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odious

[oh-dee-uhs] / ˈoʊ di əs /


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Sandford is a particularly odious source of constitutional wisdom, his argument echoed a broader antebellum consensus.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

The U.S. wants him to sign a peace deal with provisions that most Ukrainians find odious.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 22, 2025

Finding parking in the L.A. area has long been a struggle, but these days, paying for parking can be just as odious.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 22, 2025

The judge said the threats made to Commissioner Harris were "odious" and noted McDonald's "gracious" victim impact statement.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2025

It was an odious, alien, distasteful name, that just did not inspire confidence.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller




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